National Weather Service Issues Severe Snow and Ice Warning for Minnesota
The National Weather Service has issued warnings for heavy snowfall and ice across Minnesota, with northwest and west-central regions expecting 7 to 12 inches of snow by early Sunday morning. Northern counties such as Koochiching, Itasca, and St. Louis are forecasted to receive 6 to 9 inches, while central regions like Morrison, Todd, and Douglas counties could see 4 to 6 inches by Saturday evening. Gusty winds up to 35 mph are anticipated, which may lead to blowing snow and reduced visibility, making travel conditions very difficult to impossible. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and prepare for potential power outages.